Nereyda Garcia
Missouri City,TX
Summary
High-performing International Medical Graduate (IMG) and Senior Clinical Research Coordinator with extensive experience managing complex Interventional, Observational, Device, and Retrospective clinical trials. Proven track record of accelerating patient enrollment, maintaining flawless FDA and GCP compliance, and driving cross-functional collaboration to deliver audit-ready data for sponsors. Specialized in high-acuity therapeutic areas, including Critical Care, Neurology, and Cardiology in Adult/Pediatric setting. Notable for leadership in staff development and ensuring adherence to safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
Experienced Clinical Research Coordinator specializing in high-acuity therapeutic areas specialiezed in Critical Care, Neurology, Cardiology with a focus on protocol coordination and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in optimizing clinical trial processes, mentoring staff, and ensuring patient safety through rigorous monitoring and data management.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Research Coordinator- Critical Care
BCM/Texas Children's Hospital
Houston, Tx
01.2025 - Current
- Conduct screening, recruitment, enrollment in time-sensitive phase IV interventional studies studies, educate clinical staff on subject participation, and monitor throughout study
- Lead daily screening initiatives evaluating over 50 patients across highly intricate protocols within high-acuity therapeutic areas
- Oversaw reporting, logging, and tracking of Adverse Events (AEs) and Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) per protocol mandates, ensuring compliance and timely documentation.
- Mentored junior Research Coordinators on protocol execution, device tracking, and clinical workflows, enhancing team capabilities and knowledge sharing.
- Collected and processed tissue samples from clinical operations teams, maintained accurate sample logs and database entries for clinical trial research biospecimens.
- Maintain accurate, audit-ready study- and subject-specific essential documents in compliance with IRB policies
- Participate in sponsor-led investigator meetings and protocol training conferences, representing clinical site to maintain alignment on study objectives.
Sr. Research Coordinator- Neurology
BCM/Texas Children’s Hospital
Houston, Tx
05.2023 - 01.2025
- Coordinate screening, enrollment and monitoring of research participants of pediatric protocols in various Phase III therapeutic and observational studies
- Assist in the study start-up process, Site Initiation visit, activation of clinical studies, and Interim monitoring visits.
- Assessed patient data for compliance and serious adverse event reporting, data accuracy in CRF, queries resolution in a timely manner
- Executed ECG assessments, processed biological samples, and coordinated sample logistics for efficient study operations.
- Managed project timelines while ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and maintaining study integrity.
Clinical Research Coordinator III - Critical Care
BCM/Texas Children’s Hospital
Houston, Tx
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Collected, processed, stored, and shipped blood and biological specimens while maintaining accurate documentation per study protocol.
- Collected patient information via EMR and processed documents for entry into REDCap database to ensure data accessibility.
- Addressed queries and confirmed data accuracy.
- Attended monthly sponsor meetings and daily educational seminars to stay updated on study developments and best practices.
Research Assistant -Neurology (Multiple Sclerosis)
University of Texas Medical Branch
Houston, Tx
02.2008 - 12.2010
- Monitored clinical investigations, study initiation, and recruitment processes to ensure adherence to protocols and regulatory standards
- Prepared study materials, including informed consent documents, case report forms (CRFs), enrollment logs, and drug accountability records, to support research activities
- Co-authored NIH grant proposals, enhancing funding opportunities for the research group
- Participated in weekly continuing education seminars, conferences to maintain current knowledge of clinical studies affairs and issues
Sales Consultant
Immuno Laboratories
Ft. Lauderdale, Fl
09.2006 - 11.2007
- Increased Sales revenue from $11,452 to $195,879 YTD on Accounts in one year
- Consulted physicians on nutritional services and wellness programs to enhance patient care and health outcomes
- Conducted educational seminars for physicians and staff on food allergies, billing inquiries, updated research, and new program services to improve knowledge and service delivery
- Enhanced service delivery by updating research and implementing new program services.
Financial Aid Representative
Le Cordon Bleu
Miramar, Fl
05.2005 - 07.2006
- Updated and monitored account status, executed letters and notices, generated monthly reports to ensure compliance and accuracy
- Assisted clients with defaulted loans through direct contact and collaboration with bank to resolve delinquent accounts
- Scanned documents for central processing center to facilitate federal aid distribution
- Scanned documents for central processing center to enhance efficiency in federal aid distribution.
Researcher-Carcinogenesis Division
University of Texas Cancer Center
Smithsville, Tx
06.2004 - 08.2004
- Executed experiments on DNA damage and nucleotide excision repair mechanisms.
- Utilized SDS-PAGE, autoradiography, spectrometry, and ELISA in laboratory studies for data quantification.
- Analyzed and managed datasets to align with research study goals.
Education
Doctor of Medicine -
Universidad Mexicana Americana del Norte Medical School
Reynosa, MX02-2021
BA - Biology, Chemistry
Saint Thomas University
Miami, Fl.05-2005
Skills
- Clinical trial management
- Biological sample processing
- Protocol coordination
- Communication skills
- Good clinical practices
- Data accuracy assurance
- Subject retention strategies
- Team leadership
- Regulatory compliance
- Therapeutic area knowledge
Publications
- Intracortical lesions by 3T magnetic resonance imaging and correlation with cognitive impairment in multiple sclerosis., Nelson F, Datta S, Garcia N, Rozario NL, Perez F, Cutter G, Narayana PA, Wolinsky JS, Mult Scler., 09/2011, 17, 9, 1122-9, 21543552, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21543552
- Biological Targets Underlying the Antisuicidal Effects of Lithium., Ovcharenko, L., Cavalcanti, S.L.H., Ruiz, A.C., et al., Curr Behav Neurosci Rep, 2020, 7, 165–174
Clinical Observership
- 07/2018, 08/2018, UT Health- Dept. of Pediatrics Neurology, Dr. Pedro Mancias
- 09/2017, 10/2017, UT Health Dept. of Neurology, Dr. Flavia Nelson
- 10/2017, 12/2017, UT Health Dept. of Geriatrics/ Palliative Medicine, Dr. Renee Flores
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Portuguese
Limited
Timeline
Sr. Research Coordinator- Critical Care
BCM/Texas Children's Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Sr. Research Coordinator- Neurology
BCM/Texas Children’s Hospital
05.2023 - 01.2025
Clinical Research Coordinator III - Critical Care
BCM/Texas Children’s Hospital
09.2021 - 05.2023
Research Assistant -Neurology (Multiple Sclerosis)
University of Texas Medical Branch
02.2008 - 12.2010
Sales Consultant
Immuno Laboratories
09.2006 - 11.2007
Financial Aid Representative
Le Cordon Bleu
05.2005 - 07.2006
Researcher-Carcinogenesis Division
University of Texas Cancer Center
06.2004 - 08.2004
Doctor of Medicine -
Universidad Mexicana Americana del Norte Medical School
BA - Biology, Chemistry
Saint Thomas University